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Differential equations with modelling
MTH2032
Synopsis
This unit introduces mathematical techniques for differential equations. These equations appear in a number of physical models, such as oscillations, heat conduction and transport equations. Methods to study ordinary differential equations include separation of variables, substituting methods, variation of parameters, series solutions and numerical techniques (Euler, Heun's method). Partial differential equations describing physical models are derived, and analysed through Fourier series, separation of variables and characteristics techniques.
Sourced from the Monash Handbook 2026.
Quick facts
- Credit points
- 6
- Level
- 2
- Audience
- Undergraduate
- Type
- Coursework
- School
- Faculty of Science
- Faculty
- School of Mathematics
- Handbook year
- 2026
Prerequisites (5)
What it unlocks (14)
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- Computational astrophysics and the extreme universeASP3162
- Process controlCHE3162
- Transport phenomena and numerical methodsCHE3167
- Systems and controlMEC3457
- Advanced ordinary differential equationsMTH3060
- Time series and random processes in linear systemsMTH3230
- Fluid dynamicsMTH3360
- Electromagnetism and opticsPHS2062
- Experimental physicsPHS3000
- Quantum mechanicsPHS3101
- Classical dynamics and field theoryPHS3201
Offerings (1)
- Second semesterClayton · ON-CAMPUS
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